Ak-Chin O`odham Runner - Ak
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Ak-Chin O`odham Runner - Ak
Volume XXVII, Issue 10 Maricopa, Arizona Hohokam Park Groundbreaking In Loving Memory Story by R. Miguel Back in the early 90’s the Ak-Chin Parks and Recreation Department and Ak-Chin Community dedicated the Hohokam Youth Park to youth; past, present, and future. At that time the park featured a playground with swings that sat in a square sanded area, a basketball court, restrooms, ramadas, and baseball field. The park was built to suit the new firehouse subdivision that was just completed, and was eagerly welcomed by children who usually had to make the trek to Milton “Paul” Antone to enjoy its park playgrounds and ball fields. Throughout the years, the park encountered major wear and tear and another housing expansion, making the need for a bigger and improved park a priority. Nearly two years ago, the AkChin Contracts and Grants Department applied for a grant that would help give Hohokam Park a major facelift. Although, the grant was awarded, obstacles put the project on hold, until Tuesday, May 14th, as the community finally held a groundbreaking ceremony to move forward on the long awaited facelift project. Ak-Chin Parks and Recreation Director, Herman “Sonny” Hoffman, welcomed a well-attended group that featured community members, invited guests, employees, and contractors to a “grand morning for a groundbreaking.” Ak-Chin Chairman, Louis Manuel, Jr. discussed the importance of building a park, which would continue to support the athletes of the community. “This project was in the planning for many years, we wanted to rebuild this park for the kids of this area,” Manuel said. “This project is going to be huge and have a big impact for our community.” Following the National Anthem by the Language Program, a performance by the Ak-Chin Ba’ban Keihina Group, and a blessing by Anthony Narcia, Jr., Ak-Chin Council members, children from the community, and Recreation staff placed their shovels in a strip of loose dirt and turned over the soil to officially begin the construction phase of the project. When completed in September, the park will feature; t-ball fields, a soccer field, volleyball area, basketball court, revamped ramadas, skate park, two play areas for younger children and another play area for older children. All play areas will be shaded and new bathrooms will also complete the renovation. Contracts and Grants Coordinator, Karen Fierro commented, “The new park will be fenced in, it will look very nice for the community when completed, we will have a ribbon cutting in September.” A rendering of the new skate park was on display at the Hohkam groundbreaking. INSIDE THIS ISSUE Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 6 Page 7 Wishes Elder News Council Updates MUSD News Library News Page 8 Page 10 & 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Ak-Chin Sports MHS Graduates Ak-Chin Promotees Community News Department Updates May 17 - June 6, 2013 Story & Photo by R. Miguel After placing a wreath on the grave of former Ak-Chin Chief of Police, Milton “Paul” Antone, current Chief of Police, Manuel Garcia, honors Chief Antone with a salute. Following the memorial at the Ak-Chin Cemetery, Chief Garcia, members of Ak-Chin Security, and brothers of Chief Antone, which included current Ak-Chin ViceChairman William Antone and Daniel Antone drove to the sight where continued on page 5 National premiere of Running Deer to be hosted by Ak-Chin and UltraStar Story by K. Morago Running. It’s been an O’odham tradition since time immemorial. For the Ak-Chin Indian Community and UltraStar, a film based on the theme will be nationally premiered on Saturday, June 1st. “Running Deer,” directed by Brent Ryan Green and written by Jeff Goldberg of Toy Gun Films, features a stellar cast of Boo Boo Stewart, best known as “Seth Clearwater” from the Twilight Saga, Q’orianka Kilcher, who portrayed Pocahontas in “The New World,” and Jon Proudstar, television and film actor who is also creator of the first Native American comic book, “Tribal Force.” The film is about a high school cross country runner who faces challenges the day before the most important race of his life. When first approached, Stewart was hesitant in working on the short film, but after he saw the script, he “definitely couldn’t pass (this) up… working with Green, it was an amazing project to be a part of,” he said. To prepare for the serious natured character role, Stewart watched a documentary sent by the director. Stewart’s goal was to “get that reservation feel, the day to day life.” Working for the first time with Proudstar and Kilcher, Stewart hit it off with Proudstar, as both are into comic books and movies. Proudstar, a television and film actor for over twenty years and part Yaqui tribe, was originally contacted about possible actress recommendations he had when the director was casting the role that eventually went to Kilcher. When the actor who was going to portray Stewart’s father dropped out, the director saw one of Proudstar’s films and asked him to join the cast. The film experience was great for Proudstar. The film was, “really well run,” and explained that his character is a “positive role model.” The movie was filmed on location in Oklahoma back in late October, and once completed, Proudstar and Stewart remained friends. They both visited AkChin back in November when UltraStar opened. The two not only have the movie connection, but a comic book one. Proudstar was one of the first to learn that Stewart had been selected to portray Marvel comics X-Men character continued on page 15 2 2 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Happy Birthday Dave Have fun on your special day because you deserve it. Thanks for everything that you do for us even when you are so far away. We love you and may the Lord keep you safe always. Hugs & Kisses!!! LOVE your wife, Woody, Kyle, Danel, Steve Happy Birthday Dave, Elaine, Raymond, Renee, Amaya and Pattie Enjoy your day. Love your sis, auntie and grandma Happy Birthday Brian Jr. Love you Debbie Happy Birthday to Chris Thomas Love you & miss you, Aunt Debbie & Aunt Frasia Happy Birthday to Renee glad to have you back Auntie Carmen Happy Birthday Fred Antone From B. Romo and family Happy B-day Billie, Hope you have lots of fun on your day. Eat lots of ribs. Ha ha Love you, Grandma Melinda Happy Birthday, Colleen Norris Love ya, mom Happy Birthday to My sister Elaine From Carmen Happy Birthday to my son Dave and daughter Elaine Love, Mom Happy Birthday to Mabel Alvarez Carmen Happy Birthday, Jr. I want to wish you a very Happy Birthday. I hope you enjoy you day. Thank you for everything you do especially for the babies. Love you, Mom Happy Birthday to my granddaughters Renee and Jolie and grandsons Henry and Joseph Love, Grandma Happy Birthday to My brother Dave Carmen To my niece Irene Smith, Want to wish you a very best graduation. And I hope you go forward with your education for a better life. You made Uncle Joe very proud. Hooray Joseph “You Did It Son”!!! We couldn’t be any prouder parents as we are today. Throughout all that you have been through a lot of ups and down you made it. When you decided to leave home to finish your last year in school many miles away, it nearly crushed my heart! We may have had many disagreements throughout your years in school and in life. But I always told you I would never give up on you and I never will. We knew you could do it, even after the many times you called home and wanted to give up. It was a big step you took when you left, but it’s the best thing that you could have ever done for yourself. We always knew you had it in you to do the “BEST” you can and you did!! One thing I always kept close at heart was the day I had to actually leave you and come home without you, I remember you saying, “Don’t worry Mom I won’t disappointment you, I will get my diploma”. I knew at that very moment you could do it!! We are so PROUD of you Joey!! Congratulations Son, continue to follow your dreams for the future, reach for those stars!! We will be right behind you!! “S.I.H.S 2013 Graduate Joseph Anthony Justin” Love, Papi, Mama, Nanie, Buddy, Lattie & Lili Happy Graduation Julian Valentine “Baba” Love Grandpa & Grandma, George and Phyllis Lewis Congratulations to our big boy Percy Yippee, on your Kindergarten graduation!! You’ve done your best and we want to celebrate all your success… so let’s go have some fun!! Love, Ba’pa and Grandma Congratulations to my Myles Dude on your promotion to 1st Grade. Grandma is proud of you Dudes. Congrats to Morgan, Percy, Kylie, Gabriel & Ian Love, Auntie Congratulations to my grandson Josiah Thomas, Love you my handsome man (: Grandma Debbie Thank goodness Josiah R. Thomas is moving up 2 the Kindergarten class. Have a wonderful time. Love, Grandma Gail To my daughter Irene I (Tusa) Congratulations on your Promotion out of 8th grade. Now you will be going to High School, l hope you have lots of fun there. Love Mom and Dad Congratulations to my niece Yadhira Osuna, on your graduation from High School. Hope you have fun at your party! Love your Tia Vieja Congratulations, on your promotion Granddaughter Denay Pedro Love you & wish you all the happiness that comes your way. Love Grandma Viv 5/1 – Shauna Rae Brown, Capital Projects/GIS 5/1 – Marlene Garcia, Housing 5/2 – Maria Garcia, Custodian 5/3 – Jonathan White Jr., Temp Pool 5/4 – Dorothy Vasquez, Custodian 5/5 – Lucy Jerry, Elder Program 5/5 – Blas Valles, Public Works 5/5 – Francisco Velasco, Public Works 5/9 – Amanda Valenzuela, Courts 5/10 – David Hobbs, EPD 5/11 – Davidson Ugalde Sr., Temp Pool 5/13 – Timothy Ballentyne, Reserve Fire 5/13 – Adam Bowman, Parks & Rec 5/13 – Raymond Narcia, Temp Pool 5/14 – Jaime Taylor, Human Resources 5/14 – Frederick Westby, Social Services 5/15 – Neil AbboƩ, EPD 5/15 – Robert MarƟnez, Public Works 5/16 – Waylon Antone, Runner 5/18 – Rozenda Manuel, Retail Enterprises 5/19 – Leslie Carlyle-BurneƩ, Planning 5/20 – Denise Jackson-Miguel, Retail Enterprises 5/21 – Terry Enos, Council 5/21 – Brian Schaublin, Fire & Safety 5/24 – Gaileen Atchison, Social Services 5/24 – Deidra Carlyle, Runner 5/24 – Victor Harer, EPD 5/25 – Delia Carlyle, Council 5/25 – Eugene Orabuena, Reserve Fire 5/27 – Brian Manuel Jr., Security 5/27 – Colleen Mike, Security 5/29 – Marla Antone, Youth Council 5/29 – Elaine Peters, Him Dak 5/30 – Thomas Yazzie Jr., Health EducaƟon 5/31 – Christopher Hayes, Fire & Safety Congratulations to my niece Yadhira Osuna on your graduation from High School hope you have fun at your party. Love your Tia Vieja MAY COMMUNITY CALENDAR Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday 1 Thursday 2 Richard Brady Marlene Garcia Vivian Lewis Antonio Rodriquez 5 6 Mayleigh Delores Lucy Jerry Jalen Norris Blas Valles 12 Willie Antone Ariana N arcia Daimon Ug alde 19 Leslie Burnett Johnnie Ormsby 26 Zoe Susunkew a 7 Elena Norris Jordin Pete Evone S antiago 13 8 Mathew McNeil Justin Romo, Sr. Nathan Smith Gayle Yarberry 14 Maxine Antone Gibson Romo Ad am Bow man Laurel Coble Gilbert Joaquin Derek Manuel Raymond Narcia Christopher Pablo 21 20 Darrian Justin Frances Stephens Lisa Alejandro Terry Enos 15 Abel Miguel Haley Mig uel Gracela Orteg a 22 Christian Thomas Friday 3 Selena Richius a 9 Curtis Antone Ramon B atopis Jadon Ormsby Jedidiah S mith Newspaper of the Ak-Chin Indian Community ©2013 16600 N. Maricopa Highway Maricopa, Arizona 85139 OFFICE HOURS 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. MONDAY - FRIDAY PHONE: 520•568•1375 FAX: 520•568•1376 E-MAIL: [email protected] Ak-Chin O’odham Runner Staff Editor: Raychel Peters Photojournalists: Robert Miguel & Kristina Morago News Assistant: Deidra Carlyle Graphic Artists: Waylon Antone & Diana Rodriguez Ak-Chin Community Council Chairman: Louis Manuel, Jr. Vice Chairman: William Antone Council Members: Delia Carlyle Terry Enos & Gabriel Lopez Regular Contributors: Ak-Chin: Cultural Resources, Diabetes, Education, EPD, Him-Dak, Library, Recreation, Social Services & MUSD. The Ak-Chin O’odham Runner is published on the first and third Friday of each month. The “Runner” is delivered to all residents and departments of the Ak-Chin Indian Community, as well as surrounding community businesses, interested groups and subscribers. All information and original work contained in this newspaper is copyright and may not be reproduced without written permission from: The Ak-Chin O’odham Runner 16600 N. Maricopa Highway Maricopa, Arizona 85139 ANNOUNCEMENTS Announcements and wishes may be phoned in, faxed or e-mailed. To my daughter Irene I (Tusa) Congratulation on your promotion out of 8th grade. Now you will be going to High School, I hope you have lots of fun there. Love Mom and Dad Happy Graduation, Robert Stephens, Jr. From Rosalie and the family I would like to congratulate my son Mario Rodriguez on a fantastic school year… next year the start of something new brings the hope of something great, anything is possible. I love you my son. Love, Mom MAY EMPLOYEE BIRTHDAYS 4 Samuel Paddock, Jr. Irene Arredondo Sonya Pena Dorothy Vasquez Joseluis Santiago Geraldine Vincent 10 11 Guad alupe Orona Troy Miguel Davis White, Jr. Stephan Quinonez 16 17 Cecelia Norris Esperanza Id an Isaac Id an Davidson Ugalde, Sr. 18 Renee Boehm Kristen Antone Waylon Antone Reannon Manuel 23 Saturday 24 Deidra Carlyle 27 28 29 30 31 Brian Manuel, Jr. Janice Anderson Frederick Antone Isabell a Antone Ryan Justin Colleen Norris Henry Garcia Marla Antone Samantha Green Maria Thomas Lorenzo Mejia Carmen DeLeon Jolie Peters Yvette Oliver Jeycee Zeped a Elaine Peters David Stephens Amy B atopis Ashley Batopis David Peters, Sr. 25 Mabel Alvarez a ez ar Delia Carlyle Desiree Luna De ARTWORK, LETTERS, STORIES The Ak-Chin O’odham Runner is a Community Newspaper and encourages Community involvement. If you have artwork, photos, poems or a great story that you would like to share, please contact us so we can include it in “YOUR” newspaper. 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Maricopa Highway Maricopa, Arizona 85139 Make check/money order payable to: Ak-Chin Indian Community DEADLINE Don’t forget the DEADLINE for the June 7 - June 20, 2013 ISSUE is due by MONDAY, JUNE 3RD. Please submit all announcements, wishes, etc. no later than MONDAY, JUNE 3RD. Any material submitted after the JUNE 3RD DEADLINE cannot be guaranteed placement. But, if appropriate and relevant, will be included in the following issue. 3 3 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Ak-Chin elder ladies enjoy Mothers Day tea at BIA House LEFT: Delia Carlyle holds the phone that was once on the wall at the BIA Agent house. BELOW: Gloria Narcia and Elaine Peters point to the sky as they watch Elle Gilbert release her balloon in memory of her mother. Nicole “Coco” Carlyle-Coester presents Mrs. Brock with a gift basket. Story and photos by K Morago Most O’odham growing up remember drinking tea. It was often served during the meal on Feast Days in Ak-Chin and in the various O’odham villages. Many times it was in an extralarge plastic jug and served in foam or plastic cups. Unsweetened, the sugar was set out on the tables. For a second time this year, the Ak-Chin elder ladies have tried tea in a different festive setting. With the recent renovation of the BIA Agent House in the main village, the ladies were recently hosted to a noon tea served in china tea cups and decorative personalized mason jars of pink lemonade. Him-Dak EcoMuseum staff and Elder Center staff coordinated the Mother’s Day themed event which included special guest Mrs. Patricia Brock. Seated at three tables in the main room and an extra table set up in one of the smaller rooms, the twenty four ladies who attended were served a Sally Antone officially retires On her last official day Friday, May 10th, the Cultural Resources’ program honored retiring oral historian Sally Antone with a farewell lunch. The Cultural Resource male staff cooked hamburgers and hot dogs which were served with potato salad, pasta salad and chips. variety of bread-crust free sandwiches of cucumber, tuna salad, chicken salad, even peanut butter and jelly. They also enjoyed scones and each was given a variety of teas to choose from. During the tea, Wendy WagonerAviles gave a brief history of the BIA Agent house when members of her family once lived in the home. With Mrs. Brock’s assistance, the old crank phone that was once on one of the room’s walls was brought back to the Community. Back in the 1940’s and 50’s, there was one phone line in Maricopa, which had three phones. The phone at the tea party was first used by the Hubert Brown family when they resided in AkChin. The phone was identified as “AkChin I.” Council member Delia Carlyle carried the phone to the different tables for an up close view. As the tea ended, everyone was invited to take a moment to honor their mothers with a balloon release. Elders wrote personal messages on their balloon before stepping outside. With it being a slightly windy day, many balloons Elder News Briefs With the announcement Sally Antone with her “retirement” cake and invitation extended to all Ak-Chin staff via email, everyone station in Covered Wells, located on the was welcome to stop by and say thank Tohono O’odham Nation. you to Sally and grab a plate. Presented with a bouquet of flowers, a gift card, and Two cakes that featured the Ak-Chin plaque that was engraved with a picture tribal seal and words inscribed “Sally of one of Sally’s baskets, the plaque Antone, Appreciation of 10 Years of commemorated her ten years of service Service” written around the seal were cut and slices handed out. to the Ak-Chin Indian Community. As a slideshow played at the front of the room, staff had a CD of traditional music playing in the background. The CD was a compilation of traditional songs that Sally and the Language Program sang during a visit to KOHN 91.9 radio The Deadline to sign-up for the Out of State Trip is fast approaching. Any Elder wishing to go on the trip to New Mexico at the end of July is asked to call the Elder Center to make a reservation by May 31st. Bowling Day at UltraStar for Elders is Tuesday, May 21st. The Elders are excited to be celebrating the 80th birthday of one of their friends Frances Stephens, on Monday, May 20th. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 17 Saturday 18 Elder Check Day Returning home from Quechan Senior Games Breakfast served from 7:30am to 9am. Lunch served at 12 noon. For meals and Transportation assistance call the Elder Center 520-568-1760 26 Elder Advisory Board Meeting is Tuesday, May 28th. Elders will play BINGO on May 29th, Wednesday. Be sure to bring some prizes for Bingo. Elder Menu for May Melanie Antone and Waylon Antone. details. Recognizing her efforts on behalf of the Monday May 20 tribal council were Delia Carlyle, Terry Don’t forget that the Elder Center will Steaks, baked potato Enos and Gabe Lopez. be closed on Monday, May 27th for baked beans, corn Eggs donated by Hickman’s are available for pick up on every Wednesday and Thursday from 8am to 4pm. 19 Memorial Day. Friday May 17 Ham sandwich Attending the lunch were her children, UltraStar Movie Day is Thursday, May broccoli salad Clayton Antone, Marla Antone, 23rd. Contact the Elder Center for chips, peach cobbler Elder Calendar for May 2013 Sunday headed skyward before everyone could get outside for a group release. Guests were given an early Mother’s Day gift to remember the day. Special thanks go to those who volunteered in making the event possible, and to the elder and museum staff for their hospitality. 20 21 Happy 80th Birthday! Bowling Leaving Frances Stephens @9:30am Special Lunch and Celebration for Happy Birthday! Frances Stephens Terry Enos 22 27 Elder Center Closed Memorial Day 29 28 Elder Advisory Meeting 1 PM Happy Birthday! Janice Anderson 23 24 Ultra Star M ovie Day Happy Birthday! Ceceila Norris & Mabel Alvarez 30 Bingo 1 PM 31 25 Pizza Party Happy Birthday! Delia Carlyle Monday May 27 TRIBAL HOLIDAY Memorial Day ELDER CENTER CLOSED on the cob, texas toast, cake Tuesday May 28 Chili beans, chili w/ meat (D), corn bread apple crisp Tuesday May 21 Chicken paƩy wrap vegetable medley salad, grapes Wednesday May 29 Cabbage stew, sliced carrots, biscuits, pears Wednesday May 22 Blackeyed peas, potato w/gravy, moon bread fruit cocktail Thursday May 30 Pork chops, roasted potatoes, Normandy vegetables peaches w/coƩage cheese Thursday May 23 Egg salad sandwich cucumber salad, chips, Jell-O Friday May 24 PIZZA PARTY Friday May 31 Taco salad, leƩuce Tomato, cheese ice cream 4 4 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Ak-Chin Indian Community Makes Sizeable Investment in the City of Maricopa; Contributes Funds for Schools, Recreational Complex By Abbie Fink, HMAPR Vice-president (Maricopa, Ariz.) – During the May 7 Maricopa City Council meeting, Mayor Christian Price announced that the Ak-Chin Indian Community would be making an investment of $10 million in Maricopa. Of the $10 million investment, $2.6 million will support the Maricopa Unified School District and $7.4 million will be allocated to the operation of the City of Maricopa’s Copper Sky Recreational Complex, a multigenerational/aquatic center and regional park, currently under construction. The Community’s investment in the District will assist with the short fall within the budget and the failure of the previous tax initiative. Ak-Chin Chairman Louis J. Manuel, Jr. has long valued the importance of education and has made it a priority for the Tribal Council to find ways to improve upon it, not only for the Tribal community, but for the City of Maricopa as well. “As true leaders to those our youth look to for guidance, we need to invest in them to promote and partake in a future yet to be determined but with the beliefs of opportunities,” said Chairman Manuel. “The Ak-Chin Indian Community believes a partnership like this goes beyond the boundaries and creates a relationship to forge a strong future for everyone.” The Copper Sky Recreational Complex, slated to open in spring 2014, includes a multigenerational/ aquatic center and a regional park. The 52,000-square-foot center will have many amenities, such as a gymnasium with two full-size basketball courts, a fitness area, an indoor running track, a Council Updates Congressman Greg Walden (R-OR) visits Ak-Chin Congressman Walden came for a visit to Ak-Chin in late March. Overall this was an excellent day of meetings and touring the facilities with the Congressman. He was very impressed at the red carpet treatment the Tribe gave him and has told other Members of Congress they should visit. TOP: At Early Childhood. LEFT: With Ak-Chin Fire. BELOW: Gift presented at Elder Center. Cindy Piet, 2nd grader in Mrs. Stout’s Saddleback Elementary school class was one of the students who wrote Thank You letters to Ak-Chin for their donation to MUSD. competitive pool, a recreational pool, and a splash pad. The regional park is approximately 120 acres and will be comprised of a five-acre lake, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, a skate park, multi-use fields, a baseball/ softball field, a dog park, and bike and multi-use trails. “I am ecstatic to see the countless benefits that come from building positive and valuable relationships with our wonderful neighbors, the Ak-Chin Indian Community,” said Maricopa Mayor Christian Price. “As we embark on this new era of collaboration, I look forward to seeing our partnerships continue to develop and our communities continue to thrive. I am encouraged that, together, we will continue to construct a highly-prized and decidedly-successful region. The City of Maricopa is extremely grateful for the outstanding generosity of the Ak-Chin Community and we look forward to building a prosperous future together.” The Community’s $10 million investment will be made in one payment to the City, who will serve as the grantor of the $2.6 million to the District. “We have a life-long relationship with the City of Maricopa; we have shared in each other’s growth and helped when called upon. We hope to continue our partnership into the future,” said Chairman Manuel. ARIZONA 347 ^ƚĂƚĞZŽƵƚĞϯϰϳĂƚhŶŝŽŶWĂĐŝĮĐZĂŝůƌŽĂĚ ůƚĞƌŶĂƟǀĞƐKǀĞƌǀŝĞǁWƵďůŝĐ/ŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶDĞĞƟŶŐ zŽƵĂƌĞŝŶǀŝƚĞĚƚŽůĞĂƌŶŵŽƌĞĂďŽƵƚƚŚĞĂůƚĞƌŶĂƟǀĞƐĚĞǀĞůŽƉĞĚĨŽƌĂĨƵƚƵƌĞ ŐƌĂĚĞƐĞƉĂƌĂƟŽŶĂƚƚŚĞŝŶƚĞƌƐĞĐƟŽŶ;ŝ͘Ğ͕͘ďƌŝĚŐĞͿĨŽƌ^ZϯϰϳĂƚƚŚĞhŶŝŽŶ WĂĐŝĮĐZĂŝůƌŽĂĚƚƌĂĐŬƐ͘ƚƚŚĞŵĞĞƟŶŐ͕LJŽƵǁŝůůŚĂǀĞƚŚĞŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚLJƚŽ͗ ǀŝĞǁƚŚĞĂůƚĞƌŶĂƟǀĞƐ͘ ůĞĂƌŶĂďŽƵƚƚŚĞĞǀĂůƵĂƟŽŶĐƌŝƚĞƌŝĂ͘ LEFT: The Agua Caliente Band Tribal Council with Councilman Gabe Lopez and Vice-Chairman Antone. Speaker John Boehner Retreat Congressman and Speaker of the House John Boehner held his spring retreat in La Quinta, California. Vice-Chairman William Antone and Council Member Gabe Lopez attended the retreat and spent some quality time discussing Indian Country issues with him while there. ŵĞĞƚǁŝƚŚƚĞĐŚŶŝĐĂůƐƚĂī͘ ĂƐŬƋƵĞƐƟŽŶƐĂŶĚƉƌŽǀŝĚĞĨĞĞĚďĂĐŬ͘ dŚƵƌƐĚĂLJ͕:ƵŶĞϲ͕ϮϬϭϯ ϲ͗ϬϬƉ͘ŵ͘ʹϳ͗ϯϬƉ͘ŵ͘;ƉƌĞƐĞŶƚĂƟŽŶǁŝůůďĞŐŝŶĂƚϲ͗ϮϱƉŵͿ DĂƌŝĐŽƉĂhŶŝĮĞĚ^ĐŚŽŽůŝƐƚƌŝĐƚĚŵŝŶŝƐƚƌĂƟŽŶƵŝůĚŝŶŐ ϰϰϭϱϬt͘DĂƌŝĐŽƉĂͲĂƐĂ'ƌĂŶĚĞ,ŝŐŚǁĂLJ DĂƌŝĐŽƉĂ͕ϴϱϭϯϴ &ŽƌŵŽƌĞŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶǀŝƐŝƚĂnjĚŽƚ͘ŐŽǀͬϯϰϳ'^͕ ĞŵĂŝůƉƌŽũĞĐƚƐΛĂnjĚŽƚ͘ŐŽǀ ŽƌĐĂůůϴϱϱ͘ϳϭϮ͘ϴϱϯϬ͘ Edison Rd Honeycutt Rd Councilman Gabe Lopez, Speaker John Boehner and Vice-Chairman William Antone. NationalR epublican Congressional Committee March Dinner Vice-Chairman William Antone attended the NRCC 2013 dinner and information sessions in Washington, DC. The NRCC this year put together a number of events for Tribal leaders during this week. Vice-Chairman Antone met with all four Republican House members from Arizona: Rep. David Schweikert, Rep. Matt Salmon, Rep. Paul Gosar and Rep. Trent Franks. Maricopa High School MEETING LOCATION STUDY AREA Bowlin Rd /ĨLJŽƵƌĞƋƵŝƌĞƐƉĞĐŝĂůĂƐƐŝƐƚĂŶĐĞŝŶŽƌĚĞƌƚŽƉĂƌƟĐŝƉĂƚĞŝŶƚŚĞƉƵďůŝĐŵĞĞƟŶŐ͕ƉůĞĂƐĞĐŽŶƚĂĐƚƉƌŽũĞĐƚƐΛĂnjĚŽƚ͘ŐŽǀŽƌϴϱϱ͘ϳϭϮ͘ϴϱϯϬ͘ ZĞƋƵĞƐƚƐƐŚŽƵůĚďĞŵĂĚĞĂƐƐŽŽŶĂƐƉŽƐƐŝďůĞƚŽĂůůŽǁƟŵĞƚŽĂƌƌĂŶŐĞƚŚĞĂĐĐŽŵŵŽĚĂƟŽŶ͘ House Republican panel discussing legislative issues with Tribal Leaders. Congressman David Schweikert (R-AZ) is on the far right. ^ŝƵƐƚĞĚŶĞĐĞƐŝƚĂĂLJƵĚĂĞƐƉĞĐŝĂůƉĂƌĂƉŽĚĞƌƉĂƌƟĐŝƉĂƌĞŶůĂƌĞƵŶŝſŶƉƷďůŝĐĂ͕ƉſŶŐĂƐĞĞŶĐŽŶƚĂĐƚŽĐŽŶƉƌŽũĞĐƚƐΛĂnjĚŽƚ͘ŐŽǀŽ ϴϱϱ͘ϳϭϮ͘ϴϱϯϬ͘>ĂƐƐŽůŝĐŝƚƵĚĞƐĚĞďĞŶŚĂĐĞƌƐĞůŽŵĄƐƉƌŽŶƚŽƉŽƐŝďůĞƉĂƌĂĚĂƌƟĞŵƉŽĂŽƌŐĂŶŝnjĂƌĞůĂůŽũĂŵŝĞŶƚŽ͘ 13-117 KdWƌŽũĞĐƚEƵŵďĞƌ͗ϯϰϳWEϭϳϮ,ϳϬϬϳϬϭ>•&ĞĚĞƌĂůŝĚEŽ͘ϯϰϳͲ;ϮϬϰͿ 5 May 17 - June 6, 2013 5 memorial continued Ak-Chin Farms new potato cleaner will be put to use tomorrow (Saturday, May 18th) as the potato season begins on the farms. New potato cleaning plant ready for use Story & Photo by R. Miguel This year marks the 20th year that Ak-Chin Farms has been in the potato business, planting and harvesting just over 1,500 acres every year. Although it’s not one of the top three crops that Ak-Chin produces, the potato business has been good for the farms. So good, in fact, that the enterprise is slated to open a new potato washing facility, which sits just to the south of the Ak-Chin Farm airplane runway. The construction of the facility began in March and took just three months to complete. The facility will be used for washing potatoes, after being picked from fields on the farm. Following washing, trucks will distribute the potato products to companies such as; Poor Brothers, Frito Lay and Barrel of Fun. Ak-Chin Farms had been planning on building their own washing facility for a few years now, as the facility in AkChin would be more cost effective than transporting the potatoes to the facility they were using near Casa Grande. The facility comes with all equipment needed to wash potatoes, as well as a weigh scale for trucks, and a trailer which houses an employee who would weigh trucks and file paperwork. The potential of offering and charging neighboring farms who plant potatoes to use the facility was also taken into consideration when the facility was planned. Only a few employees who are currently working for the farm would be needed to run the facility during its peak season, from May to August. Ak-Chin Sergeant Ronald Eugene Kelley was shot and killed on Highway 347 entering the city limits of Maricopa. A wreath was also placed on a cross that is placed next to the roadway. The placing of wreaths was to recognize the upcoming National Police Week, which began last Sunday, May 12th and concludes Saturday, May 18th. According to information sent out by Chief Garcia, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week of the 15th as Police Week. Garcia also pointed out that according to the Officer Down Memorial Page for this year, there are currently 41 Line of Duty deaths in the United States, with Tim Huffman, Arizona Department of Public Safety Officer, as the most recent casualty on May 6th. For years, the family of Milton “Paul” Antone; together with the AkChin Police Department; has hosted the annual Milton “Paul” Antone Memorial that featured a fun run and walk, guest speakers, barbeque, and other activities. Two years ago, the family and Ak-Chin Police Department decided to put yearly memorial planning and sponsorship in the hands of the Police Department. Currently the Police Department is planning a memorial run and walk in honor of both Chief Antone and Sergeant Kelley. The department’s future plan is to host the First Annual Law Enforcement in conjunction with the opening of the Multi-Purpose Justice Center. Chief Milton “Paul” Antone was a Police Officer for the Ak-Chin Police Department for 8 years under the guidance of then Chief of Police Ted Enos. Following the retirement of Chief Enos in 1983, Milton was handed the reins to run the department and was hired as Chief of Police, a few months following, Chief Antone responded to a disturbance call in the Thunderbird area and was shot and killed, while exchanging gunfire with the suspect. Sergeant Ronald Eugene Kelly was a 20 year veteran, but was only a member of the Ak-Chin Police force for a few years, before he was shot and killed while making a traffic stop on Highway 347 near Maricopa. Community Meeting Monday, July 29, 2013 6pm - 8pm Ak-Chin Service Center Law Enforcement officials from around Indian Country attended the Indian Law Enforcement Officer’s Memorial in Artesia, New Mexico earlier this month. The names of fallen Ak-Chin Chief of Police Milton “Paul” Antone and Sergeant Ronald Eugene Kelley appear on the middle wall on the right side. Chief Antone sixth name from top and Sergeant Kelley fifth from bottom. Ak-Chin Detention staff attend memorial services Story by R. Miguel & Photo by Jennifer Coats On Thursday, May 2nd, Corporal Leen Wander from the Ak-Chin Detention Center attended the 22nd Annual Indian Country Law Enforcement Officer’s Memorial Service in Artesia, New Mexico, along with hundreds of other law enforcement agencies from around Indian Country. The memorial featured a Call to Attention by Master of Ceremonies, Darren Cruzan, Director of Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services, Traditional Flag Song by Sherman Blake of the Mescalero Drum Group, and National Anthem by Wendy Wright and Kayla Williams of Artesia. A number of speakers took their turn at the podium before Keynote Speaker, Michael Black, Director of Bureau of Indian Affairs, addressed the crowd. At the conclusion of the memorial service, BIA recognized Jim Molash, who was retiring from the BIA Criminal Investigator’s Office. A gun salute, playing of taps, and lowering of colors were followed by a traditional Honor song by Sherman Blake of the Mescalero Drug Group. Corporal Wander who by chance was in Artesia for Jail Training while the memorial was scheduled, was able to attend not only the memorial, but the opportunity allowed him to view the memorial wall, where he got to see the names of former Ak-Chin Police Officers who were killed in the line of duty; former Chief of Police, Milton “Paul” Antone and Sergeant Ronald Eugene Kelly. Ak-Chin Police and Detention staff has attended the memorial services in years past. 6 6 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Maricopa athletes compete in Arizona Special Olympics Games Maricopa Police Officers and staff from the Pinal County Coroner’s Office, carefully lead the body of a victim who was involved in a car accident to a waiting hearse. Mock Prom accident Maricopa High School held at Story & Photos by R. Miguel With Prom just days away, students from Maricopa High School were given a stark reminder of what the consequences would be if they drink and drive, as American Family Insurance, Maricopa Police Department, AkChin Fire Department, and Southwest Ambulance staged a mock accident in the school’s courtyard. Students watched as officers from Maricopa arrived on scene to discover the fatal accident. They quickly called to report a two vehicle accident that resulted in one ejection, prompting a call for paramedics. One of the officers began tending to the ejected victim, Rachel, and quickly started to perform CPP, as she who was not breathing. The officer stopped performing CPR after repeated attempts and then turned his attention to the second victim, Nathan, who was trapped in one of the vehicles. Ak-Chin Fire Department arrived on scene within minutes and assessed the situation, which had them using the “Jaws of Life” to assist with Nathan. During the chaos, Maricopa officers gave the drunk driver who caused the accident a field sobriety test, which he failed. The officers then led him away with handcuffs to an awaiting police car. Rachel was pronounced dead at the scene and was quickly covered up, while the Ak-Chin Fire Department continued to work on getting Nathan safely out of the vehicle. After the accident scene was secure, a hearse pulled up and coroners from Pinal County put Rachel in a body bag and placed her into the hearse, transporting her to the morgue. Following the mock accident, Maricopa Police Chief Steve Stahl and Maricopa Vice-Mayor Edward Farrell gave advice and shared personal their personal driving experiences with MHS juniors and seniors. Firefighters/EMTs from the Ak-Chin Fire Department use the “Jaws of Life” to take out a car door so they could get to a victim trapped in the car. Maricopa Unified School District had 12 very special athletes participate in the Arizona State Summer Track and Field Special Olympics Games this past Thurs., Fri., and Sat. (April 25th – 27th) at Mesa Community College. All athletes participated in the standing long jump, 4 X 100 Meter relay and the softball throw. Staying true to the Special Olympics Athlete Oath “Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt”, the Maricopa Team came home with 22 medals in all. In the standing long jump they received 3 bronze medals, 2 silver medals and 3 gold medals. In the 4 X 100 Meter Relay three teams represented Maricopa with one team earning a gold medal, one team tying for fourth place, and the third team finishing in fifth place. The softball throw was the team’s best event with 2 bronze medals, 2 silver medals and 5 gold medals. During this three day fun filled event, not only did athletes compete, but they also enjoyed participating in the Special Olympics Village where they played games, created arts and crafts, enjoyed snow cones, danced, participated in karaoke, took pictures, received temporary tattoos, and visited with Ronald Mc Donald. Everyone was a winner. Athletes in attendance included: Nika Webb, Tyler King, Derimi Thompson, Jordan Hamlett, Beau Danny, Chelsey French, Megan Gardner, Lorenzo Hernandez, Jayce Bustos, Bren Valisto, Evan Samayoa and Thalia Leon. Congratulations to the MUSD Special Olympics Team! 9 MUSD “Master Teachers” The Maricopa Unified School District is proud to announce that nine teachers were recognized as "Master Teachers" through the Arizona K-12 Center after a rigorous application process. A Master Teacher is an individual recognized for excellence in the classroom, including the ability to improve student achievement, the ability to mentor other teachers in achieving excellence in their classrooms, and the ability to communicate effectively with their community. The nine teachers are: Liz Zimpleman - Butterfield Elementary Christine Dickenson - Sanat Rosa Elementary Treva Jenkins - Maricopa Wells Middle School Deb Kohls - Maricopa Elementary School Angelia Ebner - Maricopa Elementary School Cynthia Calhoun - Maricopa High School Aidan Balt - Maricopa High School Jennifer Miller - Maricopa High School Heidi Vratil - MUSD Professional Development Coordinator MUSD has also submitted a grant to the Arizona K-12 center for a teacher induction/mentoring program and should find out if the grant will be funded early this summer. Congratulations to these nine teachers for this recognition. MHS Chamber Orchestra Receives “Excellent” Rating We are proud to announce that the Maricopa High School Chamber Orchestra received a rating of "Excellent" at the ABODA State Concert Festival on Friday, May 3rd at Red Mountain High School in Mesa, under the direction of Mr. Ivan Pour. The orchestra performed very well, earning praise for control of tempo, adjustment of tuning and playing with the proper style in their performance. Following their performance, the orchestra participated in a sight-reading evaluation where they were required to read a piece of music they had never Maricopa Police Officers handcuff the drunk driver who caused a fatality in a two seen before, and were evaluated on their car accident during Prom Night. The driver was led away to an awaiting squad car. ability to perform the music. This was a very significant achievement for our orchestra program and we are very proud of what this group has accomplished. The students have shown incredible growth and dedication over the year. Over the past five years this program has grown from a small group of six students, playing mostly at a beginning level, to a very fine performing ensemble. The orchestra will reprise their State Festival Performance at our Year-End Music Concert this Thursday, May 9, at 7 pm in the MHS Performing Arts Center. Admission is free! 7 7 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Braille and Talking Books PresentaƟon The Arizona State Braille and Talking Book Outreach Librarian, Chris ne Tu le, visited the Ak-Chin Indian Community Library on Tuesday (Talking Books are recorded audio books) . The Talking Book Library provides a free statewide service to those having difficulty reading standard-sized print because of visual or physical limita ons, including dyslexic students and adults and other physical disabili es that prevents someone from holding a book. 1st Place: $200 Walmart Gift Card 2nd Place: $100 Walmart Gift Card 3rd Place: $50 Walmart Gift Card Weirdest: $25 Walmart Gift Card To be eligible for the free service, paper applica ons can be picked up at the Ak-Chin Library or downloaded from their website Digital Access to reading materials through BARD Loan of Specialized Equipment (players) Delivery by Mail - no postage required!! Newsline® - Newspapers read over the telephone (free if you call from a landline) Descrip ve videos and DVDs (audio descrip ons of visual elements Over 75,000 tles in the Brail and Talking Book Library catalog Over 425,000 tles in the Na onal Library Service catalog h p://www.azlibrary.gov/ braille/apply.aspx and in cases of blindness, vision loss or physical limita ons, the Ak-Chin Library Manager may sign off on the applica on as the cer fying authority. If a person has a reading disability, the disability must be cer fied by a medical doctor. Get your Crock Pots out and turn up the flavor. The 4th Annual Chili Chili Bang Bang is back and filled with flavor. Anyone can enter only a select few will win. Let’s celebrate the Library’s 4th year with a Bang! June 7th @ 5:45pm Ak-Chin Indian Community Library BIKE RAFFLE Services include: Books and Magazines in audio format and in Braille WIN A PAIR OF BIKES Chris ne Tu le discusses the Talk Book Library program with staff from the Ak-Chin Library and Ak-Chin Preschool at the library. The 17th Annual Student Recognition MAY IS NATIONAL BIKE MONTH AND THE LIBRARY IS CELEBRATING WITH A BIKE RAFFLE Dinner & Awards Program How to enter the raffle. Proudly Hosted by Ak-Chin Department of Education Checking out a book gets you one entry. Date: Saturday, June 8, 2013 Writing a 5 sentence review about the book doubles your chances. Time: 6:00pm—7:00pm Games 7:00pm—9:00pm Dinner & Awards Program Deadline to enter is May 24, 2013 Drawing held Tuesday May 28, 2013 Sunday LocaƟon: Ak-Chin Parks & RecreaƟon Tuesday Monday Wednesday 1 Library Hours: 5 Craftz! 3:00 - 4:00 “Pop Up Books” Mature ature Crafts 5:00 :00 - 7:00 6 7 8 Preschool Storytime 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Gaming Idol 4:00 - 5:30 :30 12 13 14 15 Preschool Storytime 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Gaming Idol 4:00 - 5:30 19 9 21 Gaming Idol 4:00 - 5:30 Library Closed 27 28 Library Closed Memorial Day Craftz! 3:00 - 4:00 “Something Origami” Mature Crafts 5:00 - 7:00 Summer Reading Begins! 9 iPad Party 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Anime Club 5:00 - 6:30 Sunday 16 iPad Party 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Anime Club 5:00 - 6:30 Gaming Idol 5:00 - 6:30 25 24 Gaming Idol 5:00 - 6:30 Book Club 5:30 - 7:00pm 30 18 17 23 ! day nes Wed very - 5:30! E ! :30 Van Fun from 3 11 10 Gaming Idol 5:00 - 6:30 Administrative Asst. Day 29 4 iPad Party 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Anime Club 5:00 - 6:30 Gaming Idol 5:00 - 6:30 Craftz! 3:00 - 4:00 “Friendship Bracelets” Mature Crafts 5:00 - 7:00 22 Preschool Storytime 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. 26 Craftz! 3:00 :00 - 4:00 “Eraser Eraser Art” Mature Crafts 5:00 - 7:00 Saturday Friday 3 iPad Party 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Library Closes @ 5:00 31 Library Closed 2013 2013 MAY Mondays 9am-6pm Tuesday-Friday 9am-7pm Saturday & Sunday 12pm-4pm Thursday 2 8 8 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Blue Jays: Bottom from left: Mayleigh Delores, Linda Aguilar, Daniel Rojas, Emilia Garza, Amare Santiago, Owen Santiago, and Adriano Jose. Second Row from left: Madalina Delores, Kaylan Peters, Xavier Garcia, Arianna Campbell, Taylor Santiago, and Megan Pedro. Top: Coach Marcos Santiago. Wildcats: Bottom from left: AJ Bowman, Audrina Antone, Zoe Simone, Kaylan Miller, and Evan Miller. Second Row from left: Tyler Peters, Johnny Perkins, Alex Antone, Jedidiah Smith, Carrieanna Villareal, Adriana Narcia, and Aleena Antone. Top from left: Coach Wesley Gonzales and Adam Bowman. Ak-Chin boys and girls of summer take to the ball field Move over Arizona Diamondbacks, the boys and girls of summer have officially begun their season as three t-ball teams from the Ak-Chin Community took to diamond early this week. The Blue Jays, Wildcats, and Dust Devils played their first games against one another and against teams from Cocklebur and Salt River. Throughout the evening, players were running hard around the bases, swinging for the fences, and gave their best at scooping and catching soft baseballs that came their way. The evening was a great opener for players, coaches, and fans who attended the games. Dust Devils: From left: Taegen Delma, William Martinez, Haley Delma, Miles Peters, Dominick Manuel, Gianna Valdez, Kiera Manuel and Emily Peters. Not pictured, coach Carlos Marin. Ak-Chin compete in Sectionals Hohokam Park officially breaks ground Members of the Ak-Chin Tribal Council, contractors, Ak-Chin employees, and Ak-Chin youth turn over dirt at Hohokam Memorial Park to officially begin the major facelift of SUN MAY 2013 RECREATION ACTIVITIES 12 MON 13 19 20 NABI Basketball Practice @ 4:30 p.m. T-Ball Practice @ 5:00 p.m./6:00 p.m. 21 Golf @ 5:45 p.m. Women’s 3 on 3/ Men’s 4 on 4 Basketball League Games TUE 14 Ak-Chin League T-Ball Games @ 6:00 p.m./7:00 p.m. @ Antone Park 26 the park, which will be completed in September of this year. The community will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony once construction and final preparations are completed. On Friday, May 10th, five competitors from the Ak-Chin Indian Community (Taylor Santiago, Evone Santiago, Marco Jensen, Kevin Villegas, and Richard Villegas) that traveled to Casa Grande for the Sectional Competition of the Pitch, Hit & Run Event which is sanctioned by Major League Baseball (MLB). All participants from Ak-Chin did very well in their repsective age catergory. The stiff competition from other competitors from Pinal County made it Ak-Chin League T-Ball Games @ 6:00 p.m./7:00 p.m. @ Antone Park 27 15 Ak-Chin League T-Ball Games @ 6:00 p.m./7:00 p.m. @ Antone Park 22 THU 16 Friendship League H.S. Boys Basketball Game @ 8:25 p.m. @ Lehi 23 FRI 17 Friendship League H.S. Girls Basketball Game @ 5:45 p.m./ 7:05 p.m. @ Salt River 24 SAT 18 Ak-Chin Little League playing in District 4 Tournament * May 17-18, 2013 * 25 Pool Opens NABI Basketball Practice @ 4:30 p.m. T-Ball Practice @ 5:00 p.m./6:00 p.m. 28 CLOSED WED difficult for the group from Ak-Chin to advance to the Regional competition. The Ak-Chin Recreation Department and Ak-Chin Community should be proud as Ak-Chin’s Taylor Santiago, claimed the championship trophy for the Girls 7/8 Years Old Division. Taylor’s scores in hitting, pitching, and running were tallied up following competition and she was declaed the winner. Sectional officials will be comparing Taylor’s scores with other participants in sectionals from Arizona and New Mexico, which will hopefully give her a chance to compete at the National Level. Taylor is the daugther of Marcos and Veronica Santiago Congratulations to all the competitors. Ak-Chin League T-Ball Games @ 6:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m. @ Antone Park Ak-Chin League T-Ball Games @ 6:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m. @ Antone Park 29 NABI Basketball Practice @ 4:30 p.m. T-Ball Practice @ 5:00 p.m./6:00 p.m. 30 End of School Luau Pool Party (11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) 31 Ak-Chin League T-Ball Games @ 6:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m. @ Antone Park Taylor Santiago 9 9 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Mother/Daughter participants: Top from left: Krysten Enos, Delia Carlyle, Gwen Above: Katie Kemp takes a shot from Pilone, Dorothy Vasquez, Mercedes Rivera, and Jane Lopez holding daugther the free throw line as others look on Estalynn Lopez. Below from left: Sapphira Reyes Christin Kemp, Renee Carlyle during the Mother/Daughter Challenge. holding Jaianna Pilone, Katie Kemp, Brenda Segay, and Nichole Begay. Mother/Daughter Challenge Twelve mothers and daughters took to the gym floor of the AkChin Recreation Department as they participated in skills competition for prizes during the Ak-Chin Recreation Department sponsored Mother/ Daughter Basketball Skills Challenge. Throughout the afternoon basketballs were shot and timed competitions were held. When the bouncing of the balls came to a halt, the winners were announced. In the Free Throw catergory, winners were; Sapphire Enos and Krystin Enos (1st), Dorothy Vasquez and Mercedes Rivera (2nd), and Nichole Segay and Brenda Segay (3rd). Hot Shot winners were; Jane Lopez and Gwen Pilone (1st), Brenda Segay and Nichole Segay (2nd), and Sapphira Reyes and Krystin Enos (3rd). Timed Dribbling winners were; Rene Carlyle and Christen Kemp (1st), Jane Lopez and Gwen Pilone (2nd), and Right: Sapphira Reyes takes aim at the basketball before taking her shot. Sapphira Reyes and Krysten Enos. Knock Out winners were; Nichole Segay, Krysten Enos, and Brenda Segay. At the conclusion of the Challenge, prizes such as gift cards, towels, bath products, sun tea jars, cups, pillows, and candles were given out. Participants enjoyed a luncheon of spaghetti, salad, juice, and cake following competition. Preschoolers celebrate Mother’s Day Above: Ak-Chin Preschool bus driver, Millie Davila, hands Antonio Rodriguez a cup of ice cream as his mother and brother, Jennifer Boehm and Mateo Rodriguez, wait their turn. Above Right: Preschool parents hold a bake sale outside Vekol Market. Below: Yvette Oliver and her daughter Aleah Oliver, enjoy their ice cream during the Ak-Chin Preschool Mother’s Day Ice Cream social. The social was held in honor of all mothers and even fathers who had children attending the preschool. 2013 15th Annual Ak-Chin Dust Devil’s/ Blue Jay’s T-Ball Tournament When: May 31-June 2, 2013 Where: Milton “Paul” Antone Park Entry Fee: $125.00 **Deadline to sign up: May 24, 2013** Roster: Limit 15 Players Ages: 4-7 Years Old Awards: 1st-3rd Place For more information call: Recreation Center @ (520) 568-1740 or Brenda Segay @ (520) 568-1753 May 17 - June 6, 2013 10 11 *5$'8$7,1*&/$662) Selena Acosta Alexis Akans Caitlyn Alexander Jamar Allen Maria Alvarado Clarissa Alvarez Alberto Arredondo Guadalupe Arroyo-Toledo Shalynn Burrill Paradise Bush Adrian Calderon Ernie Calderon Nicholas Calvo Andrea Cameros Matthew Cano Katelynn Dorsey Bryant Downes Phillip Draper Sean Dugan Joshua Ellis Devin Epplen Yaneli Gasca Stephanie Gaytan Emily Gilbert Jourdyn Gilbert Michael Goldscharek Natalie Gonzalez Keondra Hutson Sebastian Iverson Heidi Jackson Kyra James Kevin Lightner Luke Lockard Tyler Loveall Kimberly Morales Marisa Morales Daniela Perez Samantha Perry Haylie Silliman Taylor Slaughter Steven Bachelder Gabrielle Asher Angelique Baca Bethany Castaneda Brandon Chee Madison Clark Amy Clayton Caitlyn Erick Christalyn Espanol Mirna Espinoza Brianna Ewing Maria Flores Bridgette Graeb Brooke Graham Kenneth Golac-Granville Xana Gray Chelsea Grosse Natalie Bell Lauren Bentley Taylor Bergant Brianna Blanks Mariah Blizzard Natida Bounsone Khadija Brown Olivia Brugier Stuart Collett Marissa Conner Rachel Cortese Selena Cramer Alejandro Cruz Deja Cunningham Kirsten Cunningham Kelly Davis Markas Fussell Citlaly Galaviz Rani Gamboa Deven Garay Daniel Austin Garcia Itati Garcia Jessica Garcia Karell Garcia Susana Lane Garcia Rachael Hall Benjamin Harding David Hayes Shaylon Hendrickson Cathlyn Hernandez Brianna Herrera Ruby Hickey Samantha Hoctor Andrew Humeyumptewa Stacia Lewis Jacob Ford Andres Guerrero Cherri Vasquez Nicholas Vong Zachary Dickerson Joshua Burdi Liborio Dominguez Caitlin Jones Darnell Jones Deanna Jordan Nubia Juarez Cyndi Kaleiohi Melissa Kelly Brian Knight Stephen Kogutkiewicz Brandon Kohls Vaughn Kosmatka Adler Lamy Jennifer Lawson Phong Le JaMarhi Lee JaMarkus Lee Orlando Ledesma Scott Alexandrea Lucas Mikyle Madrid Airyana Marks Christian Marquez Jerid Marr Alondra Martinez Anthony Martinez Samantha Martinez Samantha Matteo Jennifer Mayes Randi Mead Stephanie Michalski Joe Miller Derona Mitchell Nicolette Mitteness Crystina Moore Daniel Moore Dominique Moore Jocelynn Mosley Marie Wendy Mosquida Zirrona Moss Lynette Murguia Nicole Muzingo Monica Nacho Alejandro Narvez de Anda Emelie Nevius Antonio Norton Kristina Olah Deyza Orduna Alberto Orozco Ariel Ortega Jhoelyn Ortiz Yadhira Osuna Manuel Palafox Tatyana Pearson Abraham Perez Keely Placer Alicia Portillo Michelle Potter Brooke Robinson Ira Roche Thelma Rodriguez April Rogers Elexis Rogers Celeste Ruelas Yessica Salazar Henry Salinas Amanda Sarver Tyler Schappell Anett Sellei Samantha Senicak Michael Shaw Micah Sheilds Dustin Smith Courtnee Soltes Alexander Syvilai Evelin Tapia Dejiah Taylor Destiny Taylor Matthew Taylor Aspen Thomas Quecis Marie Thompson Calen Thygesen Sara Troyer Briauna Tutwiler Anna Vakaleris Jacob Valdes Gabrielle Vargas Circa Vargas Conner Staehs Isabel Ramirez Jessica Stansbery Cody Rice Terrell Stovall Olivia Osbeck Seton Catholic Preparatory High School Chandler, Arizona Sherman Indian High School Riverside, California Photos courtesy of Maricopa High School Audrey Buhisan Lauren Washington Miranda Ware Ashley Weeks Sarah White Kyala Willie Andrea Wilson Tiffany Witherspoon Darleen Worth Nicole Cynthia Yap Adriana Valle Zazueta Kadie Zinke Joseph Anthony Justin Amelia Osife Alyssa Garcia Congratulations Graduates from the Ak-Chin O’odham Runner Newspaper Staff 12 12 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Ak-Chin students promoting from Maricopa Wells and Desert Wind Middle Schools Irene Arredondo Jessica Corella Raven Humeyumptewa Tyler Lewis Marin Lopez Holly McDermott Alexandra Osife Morgan Peters Stewart Peters Anthony Quintero Mario Rodriguez Adam Sanders Bren Valisto Madeline Van Sickle Nicole Vincent Tyra Williams Congratulations Promotes from the Ak-Chin O’odham Runner Newspaper Staff Gardner receives perfect scores across the board! Congratulations to Ak-Chin 4th grade student Laila Gardner who was recognized on May 7th for perfect attendance for the 2012-2013 academic year. She along with 87 students was recognized for achieving perfect attendance honors from all MUSD elementary schools. As the school year comes to an end, here’s some advice from one student to another: don’t wait till your senior year to start thinking about what you want to do, start researching careers that interest you early on. Get your required credits like business, social studies, & other harder courses done first, that way your senior year can be filled with fun electives. If you’re Laila who attends Maricopa Elementary School also received the Principal’s Honor Roll award for fourth quarter and was recognized with having Honor Roll (all A’s and B’s) for the entire 2012-1013 school year. Again, congrats to Laila and her family for doing such a great job!! struggling in a class don’t be afraid to ask for help; ask a classmate who gets it, if you don’t feel comfortable going to your teacher. Replace “IF I go to college” with “WHEN I go to college.” Research various colleges & see what they have to offer based on what you want to do. Work hard & believe in yourself, surround yourself with people who are going to help & motivate you. Even if you are behind on credits, it’s never too late to pursue your education. And finally, have fun in high school. Make the most of it because it will fly by! –Alyssa Garcia Seton Catholic Preparatory High School Class of 2013 Working for a Better Tomorrow for All During this recent election, much attention was given to the status of the United States economy. There was much debate as to whether the best solution would be lowering taxes all around or raising tax rates for the wealthy. Mr. President, may I suggest that during these next four years in office you should turn your eyes to the American families living within the grasp of poverty off of minimum wage earnings. Many of these families work just as hard as any other citizen to provide yet are still left to suffer due to lack of sufficient income. Extend a hand to the workers who are trying to provide the basic necessities of food, shelter, and clothing to their families off of the set federal minimum wage. Aide the families who are struggling to make ends meet day in and day out by making minimum wage a livable wage. Creating a fair minimum wage can have positive effects within our country. As stated by World Bank economist Jan Rutkowski: “Managed effectively, a minimum wage can reduce poverty and deliver significant societal and economic benefits” (SHRM). Children worrying about when they will have their next meal often struggle with maintaining attention in the classroom. The suggested increase could ultimately provide a better standard of living for these children and allow them to excel in school. Some teenagers drop out of school to allot more hours to work to provide a source of income and take some of the burden off of their parents. A livable wage would have some effect on the dropout rate by allowing these teens to continue to pursue their education knowing that their families will be able to sustain themselves without so much of their help. Since minimum wage can only be adjusted through an amendment made by Congress, it is up to you as the President to be the voice of the people you represent and push for an amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act. It is within this act that the bottom line of wages is set. In the last thirty years, Congress passed legislation to increase the minimum wage only three times (Raise the Minimum Wage). It is evident that our economy has undergone some major change throughout those thirty years. We have even undergone drastic change due to the recent recession in the last five years. Inflation rates and the overall cost of living in this day and age need to be considered when setting minimum wage standards. According to the National Employment Law Project, the minimum wage today is $7.25 but would be $10.55 if it had kept up with inflation over the past 40 years (Raise the Minimum Wage). Individual states recognize the inequality within this low standard and have taken action. About 19 states have raised their minimum wage above the federal level, with 10 of those states annually increasing their state minimum wage to keep up with the cost of living (Raise the Minimum Wage). As President, I feel you should urge congress to annually assess the cost of living and the rate of inflation for that year to provide a livable minimum wage. Doing so could ultimately reduce dependency on government welfare programs and make American families more independent and self-sufficient. These workers need a voice to help protect them within society, and I as a fellow citizen can offer my services to organizations that work to provide a better standard of living for the vulnerable within our society. I can urge my representatives to also join in this fight, but you have an even greater influence among our society. And so I ask that you become the voice of those who are struggling to create a living in this land of dreams. -Alyssa Garcia First Place Essay Seton Catholic Preparatory High School Class of 2013 13 13 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Arizona Rattlers visit Ak-Chin tutoring classes LEFT: Library’s Buddy and Jeffrey Stoffer visit with Arizona Rattler mascot “Stryker” during the visit to the Ak-Chin Education Department. BELOW: Ak-Chin tutoring students gather outside with Rattler’s players and mascot “Stryker.” Native American Family Literacy Night features Arizona Rattlers Arizona Rattlers defensive back Jeremy Kellen leads the crafts at a table during Literacy Night at the Maricopa Unified School District Office conference room. Tuesday, May 14th was a night to enjoy some cultural diversity, as well as participate in electing new officers for Maricopa Unified School District Native American Parent Advisory Committee. RIGHT: Arizona Rattler Offensive Lineman Anthony Parker helps pass out pizza to students during their visit to the Ak-Chin tutoring program on Thursday, May 9th. With Parker and “Stryker” were OL’s Billy Eisenhardt (51) and Cornelius Dixon (75). Photos by R. Peters O’ODHAM CLOTHING WORDSEARCH Some of the special characters in the O’odham alphabet are wri en with English le ers (susk = ṣuṣk; ipud = ipuđ). If a word contains any special characters, the correct spelling will be given in parenthesis next to it along with the defini ons. All words in the crossword may be forward, backward, up, down, and some words may share le ers. EÑIGA The team plays at US Airways arena on the recently named “Ak-Chin Field.” The team’s record is currently 7-1. The evening Literacy night also included a perfect attendance ceremony for those who attained perfect attendance for 3rd quarter. Guests were not only treated to dinner and free books, but also had the opportunity to visit with three of Arizona Rattlers; #3-Jared Perry WR (Missouri), #4-Virgil Gray DB (Rhode Island) and #20-Jeremy Kellen DB (Middle Tennessee State). The Rattlers’ players were invited to interact with the students and assisted with the making of clay pots, bookmarkers and even cooking dinner. Lucy Antone goes through the books that were available to families who attended. Photos by Jessica Dean Sacred Trail TherapeuƟc Shoes The Ak-Chin Health Educa on Department is proud to offer Sacred Trail Signature Collec on therapeu c shoes. We have partnered with Sole Na on Health to provide a high quality shoe available for Ak-Chin. This shoe is designed to help prevent diabe c related foot problems. The shoes have shock absorbing gel to help ease the excessive pressures in these areas while walking. In addi on, the diagonal pa erns under the forefoot helps direct a proper walking gait easing excessive pressures under the toes. Each pair of shoes comes with a specifically designed arch support, and a pressure reducing rocker bo om outsole for greater side-to-side support and balance. -RING -BELT -SHIRT (ṢUṢK) -SHOES -NECKLACE (IPUĐ) -DRESS -BLOUSE -JACKET -CLOTHES -SOCKS (ṢALIV) -PANTS -HAT Who is eligible for shoes and how much do they cost: The shoes are FREE to Ak-Chin Community members who have had a documented podiatry appointment in the last year and a special modifica on shoe has not been prescribed. For ques ons and more informa on please call Ak-Chin Health Educa on at 568-1082. 14 14 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Job Announcement: Gaming Agent Trainee Ak-Chin Tribal Gaming Agency The Ak-Chin Fire Department would like to thank the Community and show their appreciation by inviting everyone to a day of fun on: Please bring your family and enjoy great food and some fun in the sun with face painting, a bounce house and other games! Summary: Under close supervision, learns to monitor Casino activities to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Community gaming laws and regulations. This is treated as a non-exempt position. Minimum Qualifications: Experience equivalent to one-year full time investigation, security, and law enforcement, regulatory or closely related work. Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License and be able to meet the Community’s insurance carrier requirements (no DUI/DWI convictions within the last 3 years.) Must have the character fitness to obtain a valid gaming license/ certification from the State of Arizona Department of Gaming and/or the Ak-Chin Indian Community Gaming Agency prior to beginning work. The Fire Department will also be doing: • blood pressure tests • blood sugar tests, • demonstrating how to use a fire extinguisher • fire safety tips. Food Handler’s Class Friday June 14, 2013 10AM-12PM Ak-Chin Service Center Sign up with Marc Matteson 520-568-1082 12 STEP RECOVERY MEETINGS MONDAY: Alcoholics Anonymous 5:30PM Ak-Chin Social Services 48227 W Farrell Rd Transportation provided WEDNESDAY: Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00PM Ak-Chin Housing 48277 W Farrell Rd. Transportation provided Narcotics Anonymous 7:00PM Maricopa Lutheran 16540 N Porter Rd THURSDAY: Narcotics Anonymous 7:00PM Ak-Chin Social Services 48227 W Farrell Rd Transportation provided TUESDAY: Alcoholics Anonymous 5:00PM Closed: Native Only Ak-Chin Social Services 48227 W Farrell Rd Transportation provided Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00PM Community of Hope Church 18700 N Porter Rd Alcoholics Anonymous 6:30PM Maricopa Lutheran 16540 N Porter Rd Transportation provided FRIDAY: Alcoholics Anonymous 12:00PM Our Lady of Grace 45295 W Honeycutt Ave Transportation provided Celebrate Recovery 7:00PM First Baptist Church 18705 N JohnWayne Pkwy Alcoholics Anonymous 7:00PM Maricopa Lutheran 16540 N Porter Rd Celebrate Recovery 7:00PM First Baptist Church 18705 N JohnWayne Pkwy Al-Anon 7:00PM Our Lady of Grace 45295 W Honeycutt Ave SATURDAY: Narcotics Anonymous 7:00PM Our Lady of Grace 45295 W Honeycutt Ave SUNDAY: Narcotics Anonymous 7:00PM Our Lady of Grace 45295 W Honeycutt Ave AA Information: 520-426-9318 NA Information: 520-426-0121 Transportation: 520-836-1093 Desirable skills and Education: Knowledge of computer systems internal and external is desirable but not mandatory. Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree in related fields such as Criminal Justice, Communications, Information Technology, and Investigations are also desirable but not mandatory. Experience and education may be considered to meet minimum requirements. Closing Date: Friday, May 24, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. To be considered for this position, please submit a completed and signed Ak-Chin Indian Community Job Application (resume optional), 39-month Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, and proof of tribal enrollment (if claiming Indian Preference) to: Current openings in the Community: * Administrative Support Technician- Language Program Ak-Chin Members Only * Assistant Diesel Mechanic * Cultural Resource Monitor Ak-Chin Members Only * Child Care Teacher’s Aide *Preschool Teacher Check with Human Resources for the latest job announcements. Please pick up applications at the Human Resources Office or e-mail your resume to [email protected]. Complete your application in full and be sure to sign your name. Submit applications before the closing date as late applications will not be accepted. If you are claiming Indian Preference, proof of tribal enrollment MUST be submitted at the time of application. EMPLOYEE UPDATE Brenda Redhouse Case Worker Social Services Ak-Chin Indian Community Attn: Human Resources 42507 W. Peters and Nall Road Maricopa, AZ 85139 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ak-chin.nsn.us Fax: 520/568-1051 Smartphones taking over the world, one teen at a time If every young person you see seems to be talking on a smartphone, you’re not imagining things. Fiftyeight percent of teens 13–17 told a Nielsen survey in July that they owned a smartphone, a jump from 36 percent in July 2011; among young adults 25–34, just under 75 percent reported owning a smartphone, up from 59 percent in the previous year. Lynnette Houston Behavioral Child Therapist Social Services Valerie Ruelas Administrative Support Technician Education Ak-Chin Indian Community Environmental Protection Department (Water Operations) OUTDOOR WASTEWATER/SEWER EMERGENCIES CALL 520-858-6999 OUTDOOR WATER EMERGENCIES CALL 520-858-6061 15 15 May 17 - June 6, 2013 continued from front page John Proudstar and Booboo Stewart on the set of Running Deer (submitted photo) James Proudstar/Warpath. James Proudstar is the brother to John Proudstar. When contacted by X-Men director Brian Singer, Stewart shared with him, “I just did a movie with a guy called Jon Proudstar.” Growing up, actor Proudstar remembers being 12 years old reading X-Men comic issue #141 which is the premise of the “X-Men: Days of Future Past” that is being filmed in Montreal, Canada. “Talk about some weird synergy going on,” said Proudstar. Proudstar is proud of Stewart’s accomplishments. At a joint speaking appearance, he got a better understanding and appreciation of Stewart’s drive to succeed. Proudstar saw Stewart’s generosity of time and his down-to-earthiness. One of Proudstar’s goals was developing a comic book, Tribal Force. In his book, he focused on setting a positive message for young Native Americans to “embrace culture,” with his heroes mix of traditional and contemporary. The book was recently featured at the Smithsonian a couple of years ago. Another one of his goals is to establish a Native American media school. The June 1st premiere is free and open to the public. The film will debut at 5p.m. with red carpet arrivals taking place thirty minutes earlier. UltraStar at Ak-Chin Circle is located at 16000 Maricopa Road. After the film, a Q & A will be held and a short autograph and photograph session following. The day before the premiere, film director Brent Ryan Green and writer Jeff Goldberg will be presenting a Filmmaking Workshop for high school students. The hour long workshop is scheduled for Friday, May 31st from 12:30pm – 1:30pm. Students who participate will get the chance to meet Stewart at the film’s premiere on Saturday. To learn more about Running Deer, visit Facebook page www.facebook.com/ RunningDeerTheMoive. To learn more about Boo Boo Stewart, visit his Facebook page at The Real Booboo Stewart or twitter at @ RealBoobooFivel. To learn more about Jon Proudstar, visit his Facebook page at Jon Santaanta Proudstar. R5E R4E 34 35 05 Murphy Rd Hartman Rd Farrell Rd 04 03 02 01 Maricopa TB 09 Palo Verde Dr Steen Rd 08 10 31 36 Canal 33 32 05 G il a R iv e r IR 07 Proposed land for direct sale 14 13 22 24 23 Ma r 29 40 Ensenada Rd 28 41 Pollard Rd Honeycutt Rd 53 TB 27 ico pa 26 38 37 Ruben Rd 25 Ca sa 17 May 25 at 10:00 am Catholic Council of Elders MeeƟng Holy Family – Blackwater Trading Post Rd 20 19 Gr an de H Midway Rd A k -C h in I R Anderson Rd h as W uz Cr 88 Casa Grande Russell Rd a nt Sa Starr Rd 18 Cradle Board Rd 15 wy 30 May 28 at 7:00 pm ConfirmaƟon St. Peter – Bapchule Fr. Kieran Kleczewski 29 39 Key Mile Proposed for direct sale Private Land 0 May 19 – with Fr. Tom Suss May 26 – with Fr. Ed Meulemans May 21 at 7:00 pm ConfirmaƟon St. Anthony - Sacaton Fr. Kieran Kleczewski Kiva Rd Warrior Rd Olla Rd Rr Peace Pipe Rd ic Indian Valley Rd Pa cif Sunday Mass at 12:00 pm 08 Peters & Nall Rd Un ion May 2013 Schedule ANNOUNCEMENTS 11 Lulu Jane Dr 12 Photo by R. Peters 06 South Side 32 Booboo Stewart speaking to Ak-Chin youth during the grand opening activities of UltraStar last November. St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Mission 16657 N. Church St. Maricopa, AZ 85139 Ak-Chin Indian Community 0.5 1 State Trust Land PHOENIX Proposed land for direct sale MARICOPA CASA GRANDE Bureau of Land Management Ak-Chin Indian Community Ak-Chin Indian Reservation Gila River Indian Reservation United States Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management Arizona State Office Source: Land ownership GIS coverage provided by Arizona State Land Department; Arizona Transportation Information System GIS Coverage (2007); Ak-Chin Indian Community parcel data from Pinal County Assessor (27 June 2012) Map created on June 28, 2012 Jul 17-21, 2013 NaƟonal Kateri Tekakwitha Conference El Paso, TX 16 16 May 17 - June 6, 2013 AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY ONE (1) VACANCY FOR THE AK-CHIN HOUSING BOARD OPEN TO AK-CHIN COMMUNITY MEMBERS ONLY. All interested par es who desire to serve on the Board listed above, must send a le er of interest to the Tribal Administra on Office. The Ak-Chin Housing Authority oversees: 1. The administra on and alloca on of the Ak-Chin Community housing and all HUD homes in coordina on with the Community Council. 2. Is responsible for ensuring that all HUD appropriated funds are expended in compliance with HUD regula ons and that HUD guidelines are followed. 3. Coordinates and takes direc on from the Ak-Chin Community Council of all Community related housing, resident issues, and home care and maintenance. Also assists the Community Council with recommenda ons of Community funding for community homes. Requirements: Interested individuals who are employed with the community must submit documenta on from their supervisors allowing the employee to serve on the board. Must possess a valid Driver’s License. Please send all le ers of interest A n: Ak-Chin Community Council ATTN: Victoria A. Smith 42507 W. Peters & Nall Road Maricopa, AZ 85138 OPEN UNTIL FILLED AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY TWO (2) VACANCIES FOR THE AK-CHIN PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Vacancy for Ak-Chin Community Members only All interested par es who desire to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission, must send a le er of interest to the Tribal Administra on Office, Ak-Chin Indian Community Council Du es & Responsibili es of the Planning and Zoning Commission: 1. Inform the Community Council of the ma ers discussed and the Commission‘s recommenda ons, fairly and truly consider the welfare and interest of the Ak-Chin Indian Community. a) Prepare plans for Ak-Chin Indian Community, which are directed toward the best development of the Community. b) Make and recommend policy to the Community Council in areas of physical and social development. c) Evaluate and recommend necessary rules and regula ons as provided by Ak-Chin law. d) Hear and make recommenda ons to Community Council, but not limited to, on applica ons for Special Use Permits, Preliminary and Site Development Plans, Zoning Amendments, and General Plan Amendments 1. Prepare for and a end all mee ng of the Commission except as provided otherwise in the Commission’s Bylaws. 2. Conduct themselves according to the Codes of Conducts of the Commission. Requirements: Must be an Enrolled Community Member. Enrolled Community employees must submit documenta on from their supervisors allowing them to serve on the Ak-Chin Planning and Zoning Commission. Documenta on from supervisors must accompany le er of interest. Must possess a valid Driver’s License. Please send all leƩers of interest AƩn: Ak-Chin Community Tribal Council ATTN: Victoria A. Smith 42507 W. Peters & Nall Road Maricopa, AZ 85138 Deadline for Le ers of Interest is Friday, April 19, 2013 by 5:00 PM. AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY HAS ONE (1) VACANCY FOR THE AK-CHIN INDUSTRIAL PARK BOARD All interested individuals are eligible to apply. All interested par es who wish to be considered for appointment for the vacancy of the Ak-Chin Industrial Board, must send a le er of interest to the Tribal Administra on Office. 1. The Industrial Park Board is ac vely involved in recrui ng tenants to lease land within the park, and generally developing the Park in a manner which appeals to outside businesses. 2. The Board oversees the Industrial Park tenants and ensures compliance with Community Lease agreements. 3. Mee ngs average once a month or on an as-needed basis. Must become familiar with the leases of exis ng tenants, and engage in 4. interview and screening process for new tenants. Some travel is likely. REQUIREMENTS: Community employees must submit documenta on from their supervisors allowing them to serve on the Ak-Chin Industrial Park Board. Documenta on from supervisors must accompany le er of interest. Please send all leƩers of interest AƩn: AK-Chin Community Tribal Council ATTN: Victoria Smith 42507 W. Peters & Nall Road Maricopa, AZ 85138 OPEN UNTIL FILLED AK-CHIN INDIAN COMMUNITY ONE (1) VACANCY OPEN FOR THE AK-CHIN ENERGY SERVICES Open to Ak-Chin Community Members only All interested par es who wish to be considered for appointment for the one (1) vacancy on the Ak-Chin Energy Services, must send a le er of interest to the Tribal Administra on Office. FUNCTIONS OF THE AK-CHIN ENERGY SERVICES: 1. Regulates and oversees all areas of power and electric u lity sources and services of the Ak-Chin Indian Community. 2. To acquire, maintain and expand electric u lity services within the community. 3. To study and inves gate the feasibility of acquiring, opera ng, and maintaining other electric u lity service within the community. QUALIFICATIONS: The Community Council is looking for individuals with the following qualifica ons: 1. Must have the ability and willingness to learn and understand the Electric Power Industry. 2. Experience working in a business environment and the ability to learn and understand business prac ces is preferred, but not required. 3. Must have sufficient educa on and/or experience to make sound judgments. 4. Must be able to a end board mee ngs and func ons at various scheduled mes and at least on a quarterly basis. 5. All community members who apply must provide wri en authoriza on from their immediate Supervisors allowing them to serve on the board. 6. All applicants must process a valid driver’s license. Please send all le ers of interest A n: Ak-Chin Community Council ATTN: Victoria Smith 42507 W. Peters & Nall Road Maricopa, AZ 85138 OPEN UNTIL FILLED No ce to Landowners that the Bureau of Indian Affairs Intends to Approve Residen al/Homesite Leases for Indian Landowner Applicants Based on new federal regula ons which went into effect on January 4, 2013, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC or Community) and the Indian Landowners iden fied in this no ce are seeking approval of leases for homesites which have been occupied for more than seven (7) years prior to January 4, 2013. The allotments (as noted by Bureau of Indian Affairs allotment numbers) that contain these homesites and the names of the Indian Landowner(s) seeking leases are set forth below: 018-A: E. Osif, 018: L. Washington, 034-A: L. Andrews, 043: M. Montoya, T. Gonzalez, 047-B: T. Anton (Chiago), F. Anton, 052-B: C. Arthur, 057-A: A. Johnson, I. Lewis, 061: C. Williams, 063: B. Phillip, 074: C. Burton (Arthur), 080-B: C. Mcanlis, 086-A: V. Tashquinth, 121-E: M. Burke, 121-D: D. Kelly, 121-E: M. Burke, 126-A: R. Briones, 140-A: J. Lewis, P. Eschief, 147: W. Vest Jr., 153-B: R. Chiago, 163-A: M. Ybarra, 171-B: D. White, 173-C: Z. Carrillo, 175-A: R. Briones, 183: C. Chiago, S. Richards, 212: D. Enos, 215-E: R. Schurz, 216: S. Enos, 219: N. Enos, 223-A: K. Enos, R. Chough, 232: D. Enas, 240: G. Rivers, 243: A. Eschief, 263: T. Largo Sr., 269: L. Rivers, 272: N. Mendoza, 275: C. Goodwin, 278-B: J. Butler, 292: F. Lopez, 298: R. Valencia, 300: K. Garza, 304: R. King, 325-A: K. Smith, 332: S. Selestewa, 335: M. King, 336-A: H. Paul, 353: A.Mar nez, 376-E: M. Seota, 384-B: M. Jankowiak, S. Jankowiak, 394: A. Medina, 399: K. Andrews, 422: R. Leonard, 423: K. Thomas, 428-B: D. Goodwin, 437-A: L. Lewis, 442: J. Sampson, 455: A. Soos, 464-F: D. Almaraz, 468-A: N. Lerma, 473: D. Reina, 496: A. Rocha, L. Lopez, 502B: V. Sampson, 504: C. Sampson, 526: K. Miles, 526-A: D. Miles, 527-B: E. Moore Jr., 528-A: J. Miles, 542-A: M. Taylor, 545-A: T. Taylor, 582-B: C. Perkins, 591: D. Ray, 594-A: R. Osife, 596-A: H. Ray Jr., 614-A: W. Mancinas, 625-J: H. Osife, 626: L. Santeo-Dan, 628: M. Antone, 629: A. Toya, 634-B: R. Frederick, 635-A: A. Pearson, M. Rodriguez, 636: R. Smith, 641-B: C. Urias, 641-A: L. Aguilar, 659: B. Chiago, D. Chiago, N. Chiago, 661: T. Goodwin, 665-A: C. Enos, D. Miller, 668-D: S. Tsingine, 671: A. Step, 673: E. S fanos, 673-A: H. Burns, 675: S. Burns, 680: C. Vasquez, M. Jackson, 681: M. Thomas, 685-A: L. Thomas, 689-C: S. Mar nez, 694-A: V. Kisto, 708-A: R. Castaneda, 710-A: A. Narcia, M. Bap sto, 714: B. Espericueta, 719: R. Ray, 721: E. Osif, J. Howard, 735: R. Jefferson, 738-B: L. Kauakahi, 739-B: A. Burton, 770-C: A. Jackson, 780: H. Richards Jr., 796: E. Chiago, 798-A: C. Gonzales, 807: M. Wilson, 812: D. Rogers, B. Gallegos Jr., 839: F. Carlos, F. Carlos, 840: H. Richard, M. Lewis, P. Johns, 858: E. Makil, 866-A: B. Want, 867: K. Fulwilder, 907-A: J. Romo, 912-A: C. Pedro, 922: L. Seger, 936: C. Mar nez, 951: C. Dallas, C. French, M. Lewis, 952-A: F. Romo, 960: P. Youse, 961: B. Steenburgh, R. Thomas, 970-C: L. Standing Elk, 970-A: A. Washington In accordance with 25 C.F.R. § 162.321 (c) (1), any Indian Landowner(s) of the allotments men oned in this no ce have un l July 3, 2013 to raise an objec on to the con nued possession of the homesite under a residen al lease. Any objec ons must be in wri ng and must state whether the Indian Landowner(s) is reques ng market rental compensa on for the homesite lease or whether the landowner revokes consent to the homesite lease or both. All objec ons must be received by July 3, 2013, close of business at the following addresses: Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Community Development Department A en on : 25 CFR 162.321 Objec on File 10005 E. Osborn Road, Bldg. B, 3rd Floor Sco sdale, AZ 85256 Superintendent, Salt River Agency 10000 E. McDowell Road Sco sdale, AZ 85256 If no objec ons are raised in wri ng by July 3, 2013 close of business, the BIA Superintendent may approve a residen al lease pursuant to either of the federal leasing statutes codified at 25 U.S.C. §§ 415-416, as implemented by Part 162 “Leasing and Permi ng” of Title 25 of the Code of Federal Regula ons. The leases would be approved based on consents and waivers of market rent granted by current and/or former landowners, sufficient to meet the “percentage of ownership” consent requirements in 25 U.S.C. § 2218. The new Code of Federal Regula ons provisions may be found online through a link on the www.srpmic-nsn.gov website, or you may pick up a copy at the SRPMIC Community Development Department, Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. If you are a verified co-landowner in a specific allotment and wish to view the homesite leasing documents, you may schedule an appointment to view these documents by calling (480) 362-7600 during business hours, Monday through Friday. Please note that Monday, May 27, 2013 and Friday, June 14, 2013, are observed holidays. 520 562-5150 office 520 371-0132 cell Gila River Health Care Family Planning Mobile Medical Clinic (Title X Funded) JUNE 2013 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday CALL AND SCHEDULE YOUR FAMILY PLANNING APPOINTMENT TODAY 3 4 5 6 7 GRHC (WEST SIDE OF HOSPITAL) INSIDE MOBILE UNIT 8:00-2:30 PM VHM HIGH SCHOOL TEEN CLINIC BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 8:30-2:00 PM D5 (BAPCHULE) BY HEADSTART 8:30-2:30 NO CLINIC NO CLINIC 10 11 12 13 14 GRHC (WEST SIDE OF HOSPITAL) INSIDE MOBILE UNIT 8:00-2:30 PM AK-CHIN (MARICOPA) CLINIC INSIDE MOBILE UNIT 8:30-2:00 PM D1 (BLACKWATER) NEW HOUSING 8:30-2:30 PM D6 (LAVEEN) BY KOMATKE HEALTH CENTER 9:00-2:00 PM NO CLINIC 17 18 19 20 21 GRHC (WEST SIDE OF HOSPITAL) INSIDE MOBILE UNIT 8:00-2:30 PM D7 (LAVEEN) SERVICE CENTER 9:00-2:00 PM D4 (SAN TAN) GILA BUTTE 8:30-2:30 PM NO CLINIC NO CLINIC 24 25 26 27 28 NO CLINIC NO CLINIC D3 (SACATON) BY BOY’S & GIRL’S CLUB 8:30-2:30 PM DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES CLINIC (SACATON) NO CLINIC http://www.grhc.org/getpage.php?name=famplan&sub=Services Subject to change without notice. 02/19/2013 CG 17 17 May 17 - June 6, 2013 GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF MR. RICHARD P. NARCIA AS ITS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER! Experienced Gila River Indian Community member with proven leadership skills is selected to lead the unique and innovative healthcare delivery system of Gila River, on its continued journey to address the expansive needs of the people it serves. Officer. Mr. Narcia brings extensive experience in leading and guiding tribal nations and applying collaborative advocacy efforts at the State and national level. Mr. Narcia is an accomplished leader, with a vast track record of working as a high-level tribal leader, and in senior-level management positions within various governmental structures. He provides a great mix of vision, straSacaton, Arizona (May 3, 2013) Gila tegic thought, and healthcare industry River Health Care (GRHC) is pleased experience, which he applied to guide to announce today, the selection of Mr. and advocate for organizations to help Richard P. Narcia as its Chief Executive them create positive improvements and solidify foundations for growth. Mr. Narcia served as President of Gila River Health Care’s Board of Directors from January 2007 through December 2009, and again from January 2011 until present. He has held positions as VicePresident and President on the health care boards, and has been a driving force behind many accomplishments during the last seven years at Gila River Health Care. Mr. Narcia is an active member of the Centers for Medicare Ak-Chin Indian Community The Pros in YOUR House! PHOENIX MERCURY TRAVELING PRACTICE Friday, July 12th @ 5:00 p.m. -- Ak-Chin Gymnasium GROUP PACKAGE INCLUDES • • • • • • Live Practice with the two-time World Champion Phoenix Mercury See Brittney Griner—the #1 Overall Pick in the 2013 WNBA Draft Performances by the Mercury Hip Hop Squad Photo opportunity with the Phoenix Mercury Championship trophies Q&A with players and coaches, giveaways, trivia, and more Special appearance by the Mercury Mascot—Scorch DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO WATCH THE CHAMPS LIVE! Friday, July 12th @ 5:00 p.m. -- Ak-Chin Gymnasium 1st preference: Ak-Chin Community Members and Employees 2nd preference: Non - Community Members Information is available in the Ak-Chin Recreation Center. and Medicaid Service (CMS) Technical Advisory Group. Additionally, Mr. Narcia served as Lieutenant Governor of the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) from January 2000 through December 2003, and was subsequently elected to the office of Governor in 2003. During his tenure, he successfully guided the Gila River Indian Community in achieving a historic water settlement in 2004, the largest Indian water settlement in U.S. history. Furthermore, during his tenure as Governor, Mr. Narcia was appointed by former Arizona Governor Jane D. Hull to serve on three State boards, as well as was nominated by President George W. Bush and confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve on the Morris K. Udall Foundation Board of Trustees. Mr. Narcia also served as Chairman and Treasurer of the Williams Gateway Airport Authority Board of Directors, and was a member at large of th National Indian Gaming Association. Mr. Narcia will be working together with our Board of Directors, and GRIC leaders to move Gila River Health Care toward the next phase in its journey that encompasses innovation and smart growth decisions focused on the delivery of quality service for patients and families. Contact: June M. Shorthair Public Relations Director Tel: 520.562-3321, ext. 1199 Cell: 520.610.9101 Email: [email protected] About GRHC: Located thirty-five miles south of Phoenix, Arizona, in the Community of Sacaton, Gila River Health Care is a not-for-profit corporation chartered under the auspices of the Gila River Indian Community Tribal government to serve American Indian communities. Today, the organization is comprised of Hu Hu Kam Memorial Hospital, a 15-bed critical access hospital designation located in Sacaton, Arizona. This facility provides a wide range of primary health care services to its populations including a state-of-theart dialysis unit and comprehensive behavioral health services. The AkChin Clinic is located within the Akchin Indian Community to provide this population with primary health care services. The Komatke Health Center, located in Komatke, Arizona, opened in January of 2009 to replace the Gila Cross Clinic and to expand its services to the area. It provides a number of comprehensive primary health services, a state-of-the-art dialysis unit and extensive behavioral health services. 18 18 May 17 - June 6, 2013 Community Gathering Thursday, May 30th 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Ak-Chin Service Center Sponsored by the Him-Dak EcoMuseum, Cultural Resources and Ak-Chin Language Program Leona Romero, Tohono O’odham Nation Featured presentation will be on Horse Hair Basket Weaving. Bring your family and come enjoy a delicious meal with fellow community members. Please contact Museum Staff if you have any questions at 520-568-1350. For more information, contact: Keith Hamblin – 520.882.0333 – [email protected] Mark Pollinger – 520.638.2231 – [email protected] This effort is supported by local, County, State and Federal government agencies, Tucson Veterans Serving Veterans Committee, Community-based organizations, and private companies. 19 19 May 17 - June 6, 2013 AK-CHIN PARKS PARKS && RECREATION RECREATION AK-CHIN AK-CHIN PARKS PARKS && RECREATION RECREATION AK-CHIN June 20-23, 2013 June 27-30, 2013 2013 San Juan Church Feast Entry Fee: $125 Deadline: June 14, 2013 by 5:00 p.m. Deadline: June 21, 2013 by 5:00 p.m. Open to 20 teams Open to 20 teams ds Awar lace rd P 1st - 3 Trophies rts & T-Shi For more information Contact the Recreation Center at 520-568-1740 or Brenda Segay at 520-568-1753 ds Awar lace rd P 1st - 3 Trophies rts & T-Shi For more information Contact the Recreation Center at 520-568-1740 or Brenda Segay at 520-568-1753 4:00 pm 5:00 pm to ? 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm 7:00 pm to 12:00 am 9:00 pm Rosary & Baptismal (followed by Procession) Dinner Entertainment Chicken Scratch Dance feat. Valenzuela & Company & White Dove San Juan Youth Dancers (give-away dance) Ak-Chin Parks & Recreation Saturday, June 15, 2013 Registration begins at 3:30 p.m. Challenges start at 4:00 p.m. Home Run Derby starts at 5:00 p.m. at Milton “Paul” Antone Park $5 Fee for Home Run Derby Awards presented to Challenges for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place For more information Contact the Recreation Center at 520-568-1740 or Jesse Estrada at 520-568-1747 VOL VOLL VOLLEYBALL V VO OLL LL Saturday May 25th and Sunday 26th. Memorial Day weekend. Ak-Chin Indian Community Gymnasium Entry Fee $100 VOLLEYBALL BAL BA A Entry Fee: $125 Saturday, June 22, 2013 47431 W. Farrell Road Maricopa, Arizona 85139 Trophy and T-shirts for placement teams To enter a team call (520) 233-0037 Deadline to enter a team is Monday May 20, 2013 20 20 May 17 - June 6, 2013 SHOW TIMES Starting Friday, May 17, 2013 Star Trek Into Darkness (PG-13) Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto 123 minutes 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00, 4:00, 5:00, 7:00, 8:00, 10:00, 10:50 Sorry, No Passes ; No Passes Allowed Star Trek Into Darkness 3D (PG13) Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto 123 minutes 10:30 AM, 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 10:30 Sorry, No Passes ; No Passes Allowed The Great Gatsby in 3D (PG-13) Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire 143 minutes 10:15 AM, 1:15, 4:15, 7:15, 10:15 Sorry, No Passes ; No Passes Allowed; 3D Upcharge Applies The Great Gatsby (PG-13) Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire 143 minutes 10:45 AM, 1:45, 4:45, 7:45, 10:45 Sorry, No Passes ; No Passes Allowed Peeples (PG-13) Craig Robinson, Kerry Washington 95 minutes 11:15 AM, 5:15, 10:35 10:40 AM, 1:40, 4:40, 7:40, Iron Man 3 (PG-13) Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow 10:40 135 minutes Iron Man 3 3D (PG-13) 10:10 AM, 1:10, 4:10, 7:10, Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow 10:10 135 minutes 3D Upcharge Applies 10:10 AM, 1:10, 4:10, 7:10, Iron Man 3 3D (PG-13) 10:10 Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow D-BOX Seats Available; 3D/D135 minutes BOX Upcharges Applies The Big Wedding (R) Amanda Seyfried, Robert De Niro 89 minutes Pain & Gain (R) Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson 129 minutes 10:40 AM, 1:50, 4:50, 7:50, 10:55 Oblivion (PG-13) Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman 125 minutes 10:35 AM, 1:35, 4:35, 7:55, 10:50 Big Screen; 42 (PG-13) Harrison Ford, Chadwick Boseman 128 minutes The Croods (PG) Nicolas Cage, Ryan Reynolds 98 minutes Attention Junior High and High School students Do you like filmmaking? Would you like to learn more about it? Join us for a Filmmaking Workshop on Friday, May 31st from 12:30 -1:30 pm at UltraStar in Theater 1. 2:15, 8:15 10:20 AM, 1:20, 4:20, 10:20 10:05 AM, 12:30, 2:45, 5:10, 7:35, 10:10 If you are in Junior High or High School and plan to participate in the workshop please fill out this Permission Slip with approval of your parent/guardian. Grade: _____ Date: _________ Name of child attending the Filmmaking Workshop: Parent’s approval to attend: Y / N Parent’s ignature: s Film Director Brent Ryan Green and Writer Jeff Goldberg of Toy Gun Films Production Company will provide an inside discussion of filmmaking along with a Q&A. Toy Gun Films has produced 19 independent films dealing with social, political, and cultural issues. Their latest project, Running Deer, staring Booboo Stewart is scheduled to premiere on June 1st 2013 at UltraStar. Those who attend the workshop on Friday will have the opportunity to meet Booboo Stewart at the Running Deer film premiere on Saturday, June 1 st at 5 pm. The film is rated PG-13 — Parents Strongly Cautioned. Some Material May Be Inappropriate For Children Under 13. Reachable phone/cell number: _______________ Please Check: We live close to UltraStar, my child will walk I will drop off and pick up my child at UltraStar My child will need transportation to UltraStar Please return this form to the Filmmaking Permission Box at the Library front desk before May 29 at 5 p.m. Questions? Please call Brittany Allcott, Community Events Planner at 568-1067.